by Zenae Zukowski | Dec 10, 2025 | Lists, Touring
The last few weeks have brought us countless new music and live announcements, with no sign of slowing down for live shows. Metal Insider has rounded up 53 of some of the latest tour announcements, updates, and major festival news, so you can catch up on what you may...
by Zenae Zukowski | Nov 6, 2025 | Festivals, News
Following the earlier announcement of Behemoth frontman Nergal’s special Sventevith (Storming Near the Baltic) performance with Icelandic black metal force Misþyrming, Beyond the Gates 2026 has announced the third wave of bands. Newly confirmed acts include Testament,...
by Emily Schneider | Mar 26, 2025 | Photos, Reviews
When one thinks of the black metal genre, the first things that may come to mind are heavy distortion, low, slow riffs, and dark and moody imagery. This is certainly not the case with Alcest. With songs inspired by nature, healing from sadness, and fairy realms, this...
by Ian Weber | Mar 19, 2025 | Touring
Okay, alright…spring’s almost here. Shit’s about to get nuts. We’re back in the concert groove after one of the driest winters we’ve had in a long time – of course I’m talking about the spring concert season, which is one of the most intense...
by Ian Weber | Feb 20, 2025 | Touring
Hi everyone. It’s your fourth favorite heavy metal website. Hope everyone had a great February and you’re enjoying the days counting down to spring. Here are some of this week and next week’s gig highlights from Ian for you to easily look at as...